The Palace of Holyrood by Esther Singleton
No verifiable work titled *The Palace of Holyrood* by Esther Singleton exists in any catalogued bibliography, digital archive, or library record. Her documented output—spanning furniture, European art, travel anthologies, opera, and American social history—contains no such title. The "Famous Buildings" anthology she edited covers no Scottish buildings. If you have a publication date, publisher, or alternate title, supply those details and I can search further. Alternatively, confirm you have not confused the author with another writer on Scottish architecture.
By Esther Singleton · First published 1898 · Genre: History, Biography, Scottish History · 1,904 words
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DAVID MASSON.
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Genres
- History — The work is primarily a historical narrative documenting the specific events of Mary, Queen of Scots' return to Scotland in August 1561, drawing on contemporary historical records, including accounts from John Knox and Brantôme, with precise dates and documented events.
- Biography — The narrative centers on Mary, Queen of Scots and a pivotal moment in her life, detailing her journey, emotions, retinue, and first impressions upon returning to Scotland after thirteen years in France, making this biographical in focus.
- Scottish History — The work is deeply rooted in Scottish historical context, discussing the Scottish court, Edinburgh politics, Scottish subjects, and the significance of Holyrood as the capital residence, with specific attention to Scottish political circumstances of 1561.
- Architectural History — A substantial portion of the text provides detailed architectural and historical descriptions of Holyrood Palace and Abbey, including construction dates, architectural styles (Early Norman, Gothic), layout, and how the buildings appeared in 1561 versus later modifications.
Tags
Scottish history · palace architecture · royal residence · Edinburgh · Holyrood · British history · historic building · cultural heritage · monarchy · historic site · architectural design · interior decoration
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- Work type: Article
- Author: Esther Singleton
- Date: 1898 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: History, Biography, Scottish History, Architectural History, Court History
- Length: 1,904 words
- Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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